Commercialization Pathways
From Research Bench to Commercial Reality
ICON maps every avenue available to NUST innovators — licensing, spin-off creation, sponsored research, and IP protection — backed by world-class infrastructure and a proven commercialisation team.
Available Avenues
Commercialization Pathways
Following structured pathways, each suited to a different stage, goal, and type of innovation.
Monetise your IP without leaving academia
Technology Licensing
ICON negotiates and executes licensing agreements that allow industry partners to commercially exploit NUST-owned intellectual property. Inventors earn a share of royalties while retaining their academic roles.
- Exclusive, non-exclusive, and field-of-use licensing models
- Upfront fees, milestone payments, and running royalties
- ICON handles all negotiation and contract drafting
- International licensing via WIPO and partner networks
Best Suited ForBest for researchers with patented or patent-pending technologies seeking industry adoption without forming a company.
Technology Portfolio
Available for Commercialization
No technologies are published yet — approved invention disclosures will appear here.
Have an Innovation to Commercialise?
Whether you are at the idea stage or have a tested prototype, ICON's commercialisation team will identify the right pathway and support you every step of the way.
Knowledge Base